Why different reputations for same points?

Adam · 07-22-2010, 12:40 AM

Or it's a helpfulness contest. Either way, that doesn't matter.

I see what you mean about the text strings. Attached is the point breakdown. Also, do be aware that there is one quirk in the system: points from lens reviews or lens additions won't trigger the advancement of rank. So, if that's your only source of points, you'll have to wait until you get a click in a post. I'm assuming that this isn't a big deal, as it is fixable but would cost an extra query.

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twokatmew · 07-22-2010, 06:38 AM

Thanks for explaining this, Adam. I think I've got it now.

**Ash** · 07-22-2010, 02:04 PM

The reputation milestones seem mysteriously like levels of ascendancy in Freemasonry...

GeneV · 07-22-2010, 04:30 PM

Originally posted by Ash

The reputation milestones seem mysteriously like levels of ascendancy in Freemasonry...

At the 33d, you are able to see photos and reproduce them by holding an SD card.

**ChipB** · 07-23-2010, 06:41 AM

Originally posted by Ed n Georgia

To me, it's just another form of "popularity contest" voting.

I have to agree with Ed - really seems to be totally unnecessary - I figure if someone has posted more than a couple dozen times he/she is probably "ok" - OR, I simply analyze what they have to say and if it's sensible, reasonable and understandable, then it's probably ok.

I don't think I've ever looked at someone's reputation points!

KxBlaze · 07-23-2010, 12:56 PM

Originally posted by Adam

Or it's a helpfulness contest. Either way, that doesn't matter.

I see what you mean about the text strings. Attached is the point breakdown. Also, do be aware that there is one quirk in the system: points from lens reviews or lens additions won't trigger the advancement of rank. So, if that's your only source of points, you'll have to wait until you get a click in a post. I'm assuming that this isn't a big deal, as it is fixable but would cost an extra query.

I think points received by reviewing lenses, cameras and accessories should count. I have reviewed every single piece of gear I have (most I have started the review thread myself). Isn't that just as good as giving someone good advice on a thread?

twokatmew · 07-23-2010, 01:00 PM

Originally posted by KxBlaze

I think points received by reviewing lenses, cameras and accessories should count. I have reviewed every single piece of gear I have (most I have started the review thread myself). Isn't that just as good as giving someone good advice on a thread?

I would think so, but then again, I've obtained most of my points by reviewing lenses and accessories.... I've added several items, and I always put in the full specs, too.

GeneV · 07-23-2010, 03:56 PM

Originally posted by KxBlaze

I think points received by reviewing lenses, cameras and accessories should count. I have reviewed every single piece of gear I have (most I have started the review thread myself). Isn't that just as good as giving someone good advice on a thread?

Honestly, points should be points or what is the point of the points?

**Ash** · 07-23-2010, 05:21 PM

Now you've got me all confused too Gene!

photolady95 · 07-23-2010, 05:57 PM

Can I ask my question here since it deals with poiints given?

GeneV · 07-23-2010, 06:17 PM

Originally posted by Ash

Now you've got me all confused too Gene!

Point(s) taken!

KxBlaze · 08-24-2010, 08:08 PM

Originally posted by Adam

Also, do be aware that there is one quirk in the system: points from lens reviews or lens additions won't trigger the advancement of rank. So, if that's your only source of points, you'll have to wait until you get a click in a post. I'm assuming that this isn't a big deal, as it is fixable but would cost an extra query.

Were you going to make lens/camera/accessory reviews count towards reputation advancement? I have reviewed every piece of gear I have and I think that is just as good as giving someone good advise, don't you?

SpecialK · 08-24-2010, 08:37 PM

How do we win a camera?

Adam · 08-24-2010, 09:08 PM

Originally posted by KxBlaze

Were you going to make lens/camera/accessory reviews count towards reputation advancement? I have reviewed every piece of gear I have and I think that is just as good as giving someone good advise, don't you?

You should stay current with the site news. They already do

Originally posted by SpecialK

How do we win a camera?

No more free stuff, at least on the camera level. The last giveaway was intended to be something great for the community, yet all people did was complain (and 2 out of the 3 prizes ended up being re-sold).

KxBlaze · 08-24-2010, 09:24 PM

Originally posted by Adam

You should stay current with the site news. They already do

That can't be because I have 51 points but am still a student, when I should be an apprentice. Help please.

08-24-2010, 09:08 PM	#29
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,597	Originally posted by KxBlaze Were you going to make lens/camera/accessory reviews count towards reputation advancement? I have reviewed every piece of gear I have and I think that is just as good as giving someone good advise, don't you? You should stay current with the site news. They already do Originally posted by SpecialK How do we win a camera? No more free stuff, at least on the camera level. The last giveaway was intended to be something great for the community, yet all people did was complain (and 2 out of the 3 prizes ended up being re-sold). Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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07-22-2010, 12:40 AM	#16
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,597	Or it's a helpfulness contest. Either way, that doesn't matter. I see what you mean about the text strings. Attached is the point breakdown. Also, do be aware that there is one quirk in the system: points from lens reviews or lens additions won't trigger the advancement of rank. So, if that's your only source of points, you'll have to wait until you get a click in a post. I'm assuming that this isn't a big deal, as it is fixable but would cost an extra query. Attached Images Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

07-22-2010, 06:38 AM	#17
twokatmew Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Lansing, MI Photos: Albums Posts: 509	Thanks for explaining this, Adam. I think I've got it now.

07-22-2010, 02:04 PM	#18
Ash Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Toowoomba, Queensland Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 23,920	The reputation milestones seem mysteriously like levels of ascendancy in Freemasonry...

07-22-2010, 04:30 PM	#19
GeneV Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Albuquerque NM Photos: Albums Posts: 9,830 Original Poster	Originally posted by Ash The reputation milestones seem mysteriously like levels of ascendancy in Freemasonry... At the 33d, you are able to see photos and reproduce them by holding an SD card.

07-23-2010, 06:41 AM	#20
ChipB Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Eau Claire, WI Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,701	Originally posted by Ed n Georgia To me, it's just another form of "popularity contest" voting. I have to agree with Ed - really seems to be totally unnecessary - I figure if someone has posted more than a couple dozen times he/she is probably "ok" - OR, I simply analyze what they have to say and if it's sensible, reasonable and understandable, then it's probably ok. I don't think I've ever looked at someone's reputation points!

07-23-2010, 12:56 PM	#21
KxBlaze Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: California Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,602	Originally posted by Adam Or it's a helpfulness contest. Either way, that doesn't matter. I see what you mean about the text strings. Attached is the point breakdown. Also, do be aware that there is one quirk in the system: points from lens reviews or lens additions won't trigger the advancement of rank. So, if that's your only source of points, you'll have to wait until you get a click in a post. I'm assuming that this isn't a big deal, as it is fixable but would cost an extra query. I think points received by reviewing lenses, cameras and accessories should count. I have reviewed every single piece of gear I have (most I have started the review thread myself). Isn't that just as good as giving someone good advice on a thread?

07-23-2010, 01:00 PM	#22
twokatmew Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Lansing, MI Photos: Albums Posts: 509	Originally posted by KxBlaze I think points received by reviewing lenses, cameras and accessories should count. I have reviewed every single piece of gear I have (most I have started the review thread myself). Isn't that just as good as giving someone good advice on a thread? I would think so, but then again, I've obtained most of my points by reviewing lenses and accessories.... I've added several items, and I always put in the full specs, too.

07-23-2010, 03:56 PM	#23
GeneV Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Albuquerque NM Photos: Albums Posts: 9,830 Original Poster	Originally posted by KxBlaze I think points received by reviewing lenses, cameras and accessories should count. I have reviewed every single piece of gear I have (most I have started the review thread myself). Isn't that just as good as giving someone good advice on a thread? Honestly, points should be points or what is the point of the points?

07-23-2010, 05:21 PM	#24
Ash Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Toowoomba, Queensland Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 23,920	Now you've got me all confused too Gene!

07-23-2010, 05:57 PM	#25
photolady95 Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Cruising the forum watching his back Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,712	Can I ask my question here since it deals with poiints given?

07-23-2010, 06:17 PM	#26
GeneV Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Albuquerque NM Photos: Albums Posts: 9,830 Original Poster	Originally posted by Ash Now you've got me all confused too Gene! Point(s) taken!

08-24-2010, 08:08 PM	#27
KxBlaze Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: California Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,602	Originally posted by Adam Also, do be aware that there is one quirk in the system: points from lens reviews or lens additions won't trigger the advancement of rank. So, if that's your only source of points, you'll have to wait until you get a click in a post. I'm assuming that this isn't a big deal, as it is fixable but would cost an extra query. Were you going to make lens/camera/accessory reviews count towards reputation advancement? I have reviewed every piece of gear I have and I think that is just as good as giving someone good advise, don't you?

08-24-2010, 08:37 PM	#28
SpecialK Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So California Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,481	How do we win a camera?

08-24-2010, 09:24 PM	#30
KxBlaze Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: California Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,602	Originally posted by Adam You should stay current with the site news. They already do That can't be because I have 51 points but am still a student, when I should be an apprentice. Help please.